Exploring Myth In The Chronicles Of Narnia

Ms. M. Hannah Gladys, Dr. A. Santhanalakshmi

Abstract


This paper is a study based on the Chronicles of Narnia by CS Lewis. The Chronicles delve into a world of mythology that Lewis created, drawing strongly from various classical mythologies, focussing on the different characteristics of the myths that he had employed to frame the magical land of Narnia. With every Narnian tale, he weaves an intricate story that revolves around characters who have either been transported to Narnia or those who live there already. This study details the distinct aspects of Mythology that Lewis has used to bring the Chronicles to life.


Keywords


Folklore, Mythology, Personification, Aspects of Myths.

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